Experienced Cellar Hand

About the role

We are looking for a motivated and detail-focused Experienced Cellar Hand to join our small, hands-on winery team.

This is a full-time, permanent position, with a minimum of 40 hours per week, worked Monday to Friday. During vintage, the role transitions to a six-day, 12-hour shift roster.

You will gain exposure across all cellar operations, from grape receival through to tank and barrel storage, while working alongside an experienced winemaking team.

Key responsibilities:

• Follow and promote safe work practices, contributing to continuous improvement in cellar operations
• Complete cellar operations to maintain wine quality and product integrity
• Perform tasks across receival, processing, transfers, cleaning and wine preparation for tank and barrel storage
• Operate winery equipment safely and efficiently
• Accurately complete production records and documentation
• Maintain high standards of cleanliness and hygiene in all cellar areas
• Work effectively both independently and as part of a team

Skills and experience required:

• Minimum two years winery/cellar experience, including vintage work
• Experience with wine receival and despatch, transfers, additions, cleaning, and vintage processing
• Forklift licence advantageous
• Strong attention to detail
• A proactive, practical approach to problem solving
• Good communication skills and the ability to work collaboratively
• A high level of physical fitness suited to manual and repetitive tasks
• Flexibility to work extended and irregular hours, including nights and weekends during vintage

What we provide:

• Competitive pay rate, depending on skills and experience
• Annual wine allowance
• Opportunity to work alongside experienced winemakers
• Hands-on experience across the full winemaking cycle
• A supportive, down-to-earth team culture

Eligibility

Applicants must already hold New Zealand residency or unrestricted work rights.

Applications close: 30 June 2026